Morning: Depart from London Heathrow Terminal 4 on Qatar Airways QR108, settle into seats 16A/17D/16C/16B and enjoy a light breakfast before the long‑haul flight.
Afternoon: Transfer at Doha Terminal 1 on Qatar Airways QR900 for a brief layover, collect the rental car reservation details from Bargain Car Rentals and continue the journey to Australia.
Evening: Arrive at Perth Airport Terminal 1 at 18:45, clear customs and head to your accommodation to rest after the 17‑hour travel.
Find HotelsMorning: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the hotel, then stroll through Kings Park & Botanic Garden for panoramic views of the Swan River.
Afternoon: Visit the historic Fremantle Markets and sample local seafood at a waterfront café.
Evening: Dine at Elizabeth Quay with a sunset river cruise to cap off your first night in Perth.
Find HotelsMorning: Tour the Art Gallery of Western Australia and admire indigenous art collections.
Afternoon: Explore the Western Australian Museum followed by a leisurely walk along South Beach.
Evening: Experience the vibrant nightlife of Northbridge with live music and dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Rottnest Island via ferry, rent a bike and hunt for the famous quokkas.
Afternoon: Relax on Coles Bay and snorkel in the clear waters.
Evening: Return to Perth and enjoy a quiet dinner at the hotel.
Find HotelsMorning: Optional sunrise walk at Cottesloe Beach.
Afternoon: Free time for shopping in Hay Street Mall or a spa treatment.
Evening: Attend a performance at the Perth Concert Hall if desired.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the Swan Valley wine region for a tasting tour.
Afternoon: Picnic among the vineyards and explore local art galleries.
Evening: Return to Perth for a relaxed dinner at Leederville.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the Hillarys Boat Harbour and enjoy a coffee by the sea.
Afternoon: Take a guided tour of the historic Old Mill and surrounding parklands.
Evening: Dinner at a rooftop restaurant overlooking the city skyline.
Find HotelsMorning: Pack and check out of the Perth hotel, return the hire car at the airport.
Afternoon: Fly on Jetstar JQ973, arriving at Melbourne Airport at 16:05.
Evening: Collect a second rental car from Bargain Car Rentals in Melbourne and settle into your temporary accommodation.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Jen & Martin’s meeting at Pearle & Sage Tan Centre, 103 Mitchell Street, Bendigo.
Afternoon: Attend scheduled appointments (timings to be confirmed) and explore the historic Golden Triangle district.
Evening: Dine at a local Bendigo restaurant and return to your hotel.
Find HotelsMorning: Follow‑up meetings with Jen & Martin at the same venue.
Afternoon: Optional visit to the Bendigo Art Gallery or the Central Deborah Gold Mine.
Evening: Relax at the hotel and prepare for the wedding travel the next day.
Find HotelsMorning: Check in to two Standard Queen Rooms (B&B inclusive) at Balgownie Estate (£619.95 total).
Afternoon: Tour the estate grounds, sample the on‑site wines, and attend the wedding preparations.
Evening: Enjoy the wedding ceremony and reception under the stars.
Find HotelsMorning: Breakfast at the estate followed by a leisurely walk through the vineyards.
Afternoon: Free time to explore nearby Healesville Sanctuary or relax at the spa.
Evening: Dinner at a local Yarra Valley restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: Check out of Balgownie Estate and drive back to Bendigo.
Afternoon: Check in to the hotel at 21 Irontree Close, Kangaroo Flat (Booking Ref 6595.815.611, PIN 8394).
Evening: Relax with a casual dinner in the Bendigo city centre.
Find HotelsMorning: Explore the Lake Weeroona park and enjoy a morning coffee.
Afternoon: Optional shopping at Chapel Street boutiques.
Evening: Return to the hotel for a quiet night.
Find HotelsMorning: Check out of the Bendigo hotel and drive to Beckie & Dean’s residence (Irontree Close).
Afternoon: Spend time with hosts, enjoy a home‑cooked lunch.
Evening: Stay overnight at the residence, sharing stories of the trip.
Find HotelsMorning: Leisurely breakfast with the hosts and a short walk in the local countryside.
Afternoon: Free time to relax or explore nearby attractions such as Mount Alexander.
Evening: Return to the residence for a farewell dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart Beckie & Dean’s, return the hire car at Melbourne Airport Terminal 2 (16:30).
Afternoon: Arrive at ACD Apartments, Docklands (7 Caravel Lane) and settle into the executive 2‑bedroom unit.
Evening: Enjoy a dinner at the nearby Southbank precinct.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the iconic Federation Square and the National Gallery of Victoria.
Afternoon: Stroll through the historic lanes of Melbourne’s Laneways and sample coffee at a boutique café.
Evening: Dine at a riverside restaurant in Docklands and enjoy city lights.
Find HotelsMorning: Check out of ACD Apartments and meet with Gabi & Aaron for a day of activities.
Afternoon: Explore the Royal Botanic Gardens together.
Evening: Shared dinner at a local eatery before parting ways.
Find HotelsMorning: Meet Gabi & Aaron for a morning walk along St Kilda Beach.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch at the famous Luna Park arcade area.
Evening: Return to accommodation and relax.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the Melbourne Zoo for a wildlife experience.
Afternoon: Shopping in the upscale Chadstone Shopping Centre.
Evening: Farewell dinner with Gabi & Aaron at a fine‑dining restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: Pack and check out, return the hire car to Bargain Car Rentals at Melbourne Airport.
Afternoon: Board Qatar Airways QR989 for the long‑haul flight to Doha (departure 16:10).
Evening: Arrive in Doha, check in to the Riviera Rayhaan by Rotana (Family Connecting Room, B&B included).
Find HotelsMorning: Relax at the hotel, enjoy the pool and spa facilities.
Afternoon: Explore the Souq Waqif and have a traditional Qatari lunch.
Evening: Dine at the hotel’s restaurant and rest for the onward flight.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the Museum of Islamic Art and take a stroll along the Corniche.
Afternoon: Optional desert safari or shopping at Villaggio Mall.
Evening: Prepare luggage for the final leg home.
Find HotelsMorning: Check out of the hotel and head to Doha Airport.
Afternoon: Board Qatar Airways QR3 (departure 07:40) for London Heathrow.
Evening: Arrive at London Heathrow Terminal 4 at 12:15, concluding the journey.
Find HotelsIf you need to shorten the trip, consider dropping the extra free days in Perth (Days 5‑7) and the extended stay in Doha, which would reduce both accommodation and meal costs by roughly £800. To extend the adventure, add a day trip from Melbourne to the Great Ocean Road or spend an extra night in the Yarra Valley for more wine tasting, increasing the overall cost by about £250‑£300.